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Construction manager salary in United States (Updated 2026)

How much does a Construction Manager make in the United States?

Average base salary

$105,650
Average $105,650
Low $65,584
High $170,192

The average salary for a construction manager is $105,650 per year in the United States and $6,000 profit sharing per year.7.7k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated November 8, 2026).

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OHL Construction Manager
VINCI3.8out of 5 stars.
England, AR
3 weeks ago

Highest paying companies for Construction Manager in United States

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
S&B
 
$500,000per year
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Apollo Professional Solutions,...
 
$353,600per year
Excel Partners, Inc.
 
$250,000per year
EC ELECTRIC
 
$250,000per year
San Mateo County Community Col...
 
$249,881per year
Shermco Industries
 
$234,000per year

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Highest paying cities for Construction Managers near United States

  1. Los Angeles, CA
    $154,085 per year
  2. New York, NY
    $119,428 per year
  3. Denver, CO
    $114,253 per year
  4. Austin, TX
    $113,332 per year
  5. Dallas, TX
    $107,290 per year

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Construction Manager

The average salary for a Construction Manager is $105,650 per year in the United States. This figure is based on 7.7k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on November 8, 2026.

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Construction Manager salaries typically range between a low of $65,584 and a high of $170,192 per year, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Construction Manager include Los Angeles, CA at $154,085 per year, New York, NY at $119,428 per year, and Denver, CO at $114,253 per year.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Construction Manager include S&B ($500,000 per year) and Apollo Professional Solutions, Inc ($353,600 per year).

Compensation can vary based on the specific niche and level of responsibility within the field. Here is how the average Construction Manager salary compares to related positions:

  • Senior Construction Supervisor: Average $109,918 per year
  • Junior Construction Manager: Average $89,145 per year

How much do similar professions as Construction Manager get paid in United States?

Senior Construction Supervisor

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Average $109,918 per year

Junior Construction Manager

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Average $89,145 per year